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February 10, 2017

Around Town :: February 10th – 12th

photo: Westbend Vineyards & Brewery

A few handpicked happenings that might be under your radar (until now).

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10th

@ The Arts Council Theater>> The Miracle Worker presented by Twin City Stage
“Trapped in a secret, silent world and unable to communicate, Helen is violent and spoiled. Her parents hire a young teacher, who soon realizes that the deaf and blind child is desperately waiting to be rescued from the dark, tortured silence she endures. This inspiring and unforgettable play is based on the remarkable true story of Helen Keller and her dedicated teacher, Annie Sullivan.” Click here for a full performance schedule. For more scoop, check out this review. Recommended for ages 7 and up.
(doors at 7p // $25 / purchase tickets)

@ Colony Urban Farm Store
>> Grand Opening!Colony Urban Farm Store is Winston-Salem’s first and only retail destination that specifically caters to the urban farming community. The shop provides supplies and workshop-based education to backyard chicken keepers, beekeepers, and gardeners of all varieties (including hydroponics!). Oh and did I mention that they have honey on tap? Yep. Honey Bar will be flowing tomorrow with rotating flavors and varietals, as well as over thirty prepackaged types of local, regional and imported honeys. Mmmmm!
(10a – 6p // FREEEE!)

>> 6th Annual Winter RetrospectiveJoin Authoring Action teen authors as they hit the stage at SECCA for the 6th Annual Winter Retrospective. Experience the ‘Best of the Best’ from the past year and support the creative expressions & authentic writing endeavors of our local talented youth!
(3p // $10 in advance & $15 at the door (17 & Under Free) / purchase tickets)Not familiar with Authoring Action?Watch this.

@ Muddy Creek Music Hall
>> Muddy Creek Players with Martha Bassett, Charly Lowry & Andrea Templon
The Creek is bringing Mardi Gras to Bethania! Masks will be provided along with festive King Cake and of course, great music by the Muddy Creek Players. The venue’s house band, the Muddy Creek Players, is a 7-piece musical group performing original music written by the band’s founder Bill Heath. Each year they perform five popular shows at the Creek bringing in exceptional local vocalists to join in on the fun. This Saturday, local favorites and powerhouses, Martha Bassett, Charly Lowry and Andrea Templon join the Players to take the stage.
(8p // $12 in advance or $15 at the door / all ages!)